SEC ’eased up on’ 60% of crypto enforcement cases under Trump: Report

Former President Donald Trump has expressed openness to reviewing a pardon for the developer of the Samourai Bitcoin app, which has been a focal point in discussions about privacy in cryptocurrency development. This potential pardon could set a significant precedent for future legal actions involving similar cases in the crypto space.

The SEC's crypto task force recently held its sixth roundtable event, engaging representatives from digital asset advocacy groups to discuss the evolving landscape of cryptocurrency and its implications for privacy. This dialogue reflects the SEC's ongoing efforts to reassess regulatory frameworks in light of technological advancements in the crypto space.

The SEC Crypto Task Force's Roundtable on Financial Surveillance and Privacy is currently taking place in Washington D.C., where commissioners Paul Atkins and Hester Peirce emphasized the importance of balancing transparency in cryptocurrency with the need for privacy rights. This discussion reflects ongoing efforts to address regulatory frameworks in the evolving digital asset landscape.

Ripple has emerged victorious in its legal battle with the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), with XRP being classified as a non-security. This resolution has shifted the focus from regulatory concerns to Ripple's broader achievements in the cryptocurrency landscape.

American Bitcoin has surpassed ProCap in the corporate Bitcoin treasury race, reflecting a significant move in the cryptocurrency market as companies continue to accumulate Bitcoin despite ongoing volatility and declining proxy stocks.

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has initiated a formal review of Nasdaq's proposal to list and trade tokenized stocks, marking a significant step in the integration of blockchain technology within traditional equity markets. This review will assess how these tokenized shares can coexist with equities cleared by the Depository Trust and Clearing Corporation (DTCC).

American Bitcoin, backed by Donald Trump, has increased its Bitcoin holdings to 5,044 BTC, marking a significant growth in its treasury as it continues to accumulate cryptocurrency amidst market fluctuations.

Recent developments indicate that President Trump is narrowing down his candidates for the Federal Reserve Chair position, with Kevin Warsh and Kevin Hassett emerging as frontrunners. This shift has led to increased speculation in the markets, particularly reflected in Polymarket odds, which rose significantly for both candidates. The ongoing discussions around crypto policies are also intertwined with this leadership change at the Fed.